Soccer

Noam Shilian’s inspiring journey back to sport

Hapoel Tel Aviv hosted 11-year-old supporter Noam Shilian at training, offering a special moment of connection as he continues rehabilitation from a rare pain condition.

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Noam Shilian enjoys a private visit with Hapoel Tel Aviv players
Barnot Toth of Hungary is challenged by Jack Taylor of Republic of Ireland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Hungary at on September 06, 2025 in Dublin, Ireland.

Ireland commits to Israel fixtures despite calling for their expulsion

Ireland and Israel will face each other in September and November 2026, home and away. The FAI had requested in November 2025 that Israel be expelled from UEFA competitions.

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PALESTINIAN YOUTH soccer players play in a field next to the barrier separating Aida refugee camp from Jerusalem near Bethlehem in the West Bank.

Bethlehem soccer pitch becomes unlikely flashpoint in global soccer politics

The pitch, the IDF Central Command claimed, sat too close to the seam zone, alleging that the structure and its occupants provided an observation point too sensitive for its volatile location.

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HAPOEL BEERSHEBA’S Igor Zlatanovic (front) celebrates after scoring the Reds’ first goal in their 2-1 victory over Beitar Jerusalem this week at Turner Stadium.

Beersheba widens gap on Beitar Jerusalem, Maccabi Tel Aviv blanks Maccabi Bnei Reineh for third

Late headers, big saves, and packed stadiums highlight a dramatic week in the Israeli Premier League.

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Manor Solomon joins Villarreal on loan from Tottenham

Solomon, 25, first made waves in Israel with Maccabi Petah Tikva before moving to Shakhtar Donetsk in 2019, becoming the youngest Israeli to sign for the club.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
ISRAELI INTERNATIONAL Manor Solomon has made just six appearances for Tottenham since arriving in 2023, and has now been loaned out for a second straight season.

Between God and the devil: Beitar Jerusalem survives a goalless battle with Maccabi Haifa

Beitar Jerusalem overcame a red card early in the match to secure a scoreless draw with Maccabi Haifa.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
OMER ATZILI (right) and Beitar Jerusalem went down a man early, but still held on for a goalless draw against Maccabi Haifa at Teddy Stadium.

Tensions mount as Norway restricts Israel's world cup qualifier entry

Israel has been told it can only enter one day prior to kickoff due to what the Norwegians cited as security concerns.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
DAN BITON and the Israel national team resumes its World Cup qualifying campaign this week against Moldova.

Maccabi Tel Aviv beats Kyiv to advance in Europa League

With domestic and international soccer seasons in full swing, the competition is fierce and fast-paced.

AUGUST 31, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI TEL AVIV players celebrate following their 3-2 aggregate victory over Dynamo Kyiv to advance to the regular season of the Europa League

Big moments define early-season league play

Beersheba storms back from 2 goals down to beat Netanya • Atzily’s brace secures Beitar’s win

AUGUST 26, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI NETANA defender Saba Khvadagiani (left) vies for the ball with Hapoel Beersehaba’s Alon Turgeman during the Reds’ 4-2 Premier League victory

European clashes and Israel opening action in new soccer season

Peretz powers Maccabi Tel Aviv past Kyiv • Hap TA, Mac Haifa, Ashdod make winning starts

AUGUST 24, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI TEL AVIV midfielder Dor Peretz celebrates his second goal in the club’s 3-1 victory over Dynamo Kyiv in the first leg of their Europa League tie.

Israeli soccer star Dor Turgeman transfers to New England

For Maccabi Tel Aviv, the transfer means saying goodbye to one of their most promising homegrown players in recent years. The club released an emotional farewell statement.

AUGUST 21, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
MACCABI TEL AVIV will miss the creativity and scoring verve of Dor Turgeman, the 21-year-old Israeli heading to MLS to join the New England Revolution.

Israel’s Premier League set for kickoff

From Maccabi TA’s three-peat goal to Beitar Jerusalem’s attacking prowess, the season promises fireworks.

AUGUST 21, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
Picture of Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer players celebrating

Soccer: Israeli Oscar Gloukh features in Ajax draw

Oscar Gloukh showed sharp intent in Ajax’s 2–2 draw with Go Ahead Eagles, signaling his growing impact and symbolic value for Israeli football.

AUGUST 17, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
OSCAR GLOUKH, now an Ajax player, powers forward for Israel, displaying his skill and vision on the international stage.

Soccer: Maccabi Tel Aviv marches on in Europe as Haifa and Beitar fall

Maccabi Tel Aviv beat Hamrun Spartans to reach the Europa League playoff round, as Maccabi Haifa and Beitar Jerusalem were knocked out of Europe.

AUGUST 17, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
Caption: MACCABI TEL AVIV players celebrate their third goal in a 3-1 second-leg victory over Hamrun Spartans, which secured the yellow-and-blue a 5-3 aggregate win and a spot in the Europa Leage Play-off.